B.S.-M.D. students engage as a cohort in a coordinated service project that benefits marginalized populations. This will be a critical step in preparing the students as future clinicians whose mission is to serve patients
University of Maryland B.S.-M.D. Program
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The University of Maryland School of Medicine alongside The A. James Clark School of Engineering and the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences at the University of Maryland are excited to announce the launch of the B.S.-M.D. Program, a dual program that prepares highly motivated undergraduate students majoring in engineering, computer science, or math to excel in medical school.



The University of Maryland B.S.-M.D. program prepares highly motivated undergraduate students majoring in engineering or data science fields to excel in medical school. BS-MD students participate in structured service and clinical activities, along with medically related research with their cohort, which will cultivate a sense of service, community, and innovation in the students.
Throughout the program, students will be able to gain:
Program Highlights
Admission
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Unofficial transcript
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Two letters of recommendation from instructors at UMD evaluating the likelihood to excel in the program
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Statement about the student’s motivation for attending medical school
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Statement about the student’s interest in engineering and data science and willingness to pursue research in this field.
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Description of previous activities and service experiences
Program Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Medicine at UMB, B.S.-M.D. students must fulfill the following requirements:
- Participate in and complete of all of the program’s activities and experiences
- Complete of all the standard required and recommended premedical coursework.
- Graduate with a B.S. degree in engineering or computer science with a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher.
- Apply to medical school using the AMCAS Program.
Doctor of Medicine
The University of Maryland Doctor of Medicine Program provides an inclusive learning environment that develops leaders in medicine who strive to improve the health and well-being of patients and communities through high-quality and equitable patient care, research, education, and engagement in a culturally relevant and socially responsible manner.
Its vision is to create an environment where a diverse student body has the opportunity and support to achieve at the highest levels in all areas and missions of careers in medicine.
Learn More Ian White
B.S.-M.D. Program Co-Director | Professor
Associate Chair and Director of Undergraduate Studies
301-405-6230 | ianwhite@umd.edu
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For more information, email bs-md@umd.edu.
Nitin Seam
B.S.-M.D. Program Co-Director | Assistant Dean for
Innovation and Educational Technologies
Chief for Education Division of Pulmonary,
Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
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